hors d'oeuvre

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Recent Examples of hors d'oeuvre Includes endless hors d'oeuvres, desserts, live music in the barn, Champagne toast. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 23 Dec. 2024 The $300 ticket includes an open bar from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment. Mackensy Lunsford, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024 This outdoor concert experience will include premium spirits, heavy hors d'oeuvres, valet parking, and more. Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 2 Sep. 2024 Naomi Goggin Local food served at the weekend's events ranged from simple hors d'oeuvre to a whole pig roast. Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for hors d'oeuvre
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hors d'oeuvre
Noun
  • This may have been the best one yet, giving Davis a taste of his own medicine.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
  • Regardless of your particular tastes in Cochran covers, MacMahon hopes a deeper message comes through the film about dedication and perseverance.
    Steve Appleford, SPIN, 17 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • One bite and your neighbors may never try a frozen version again.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025
  • To the naked eye, the moon should look like a bite is being taken out of the lunar disk.
    Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The piece sparked a debate about whether celebrities should have such high-profile roles in a party that is already perceived as rich, coastal and out of touch.
    Thea Traff, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
  • While big box giants jump on the NA boom, mom-and-pop shops prioritize community with a personal touch.
    Jessi Roti, Bon Appétit, 20 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • His new spot was in the same DUMBO location as his original Grimaldi’s, and next door to Ciolli’s present-day Grimaldi’s.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Cancun and its white sandy beaches kept its same spot in 2024.
    Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • That helped offset a 5.5% drop for Conagra Brands, which lowered its forecasts for upcoming profit and other financial measures.
    Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Some states have experienced drops at the pumps, while in others, the cost of gas has increased.
    Washington Examiner Staff, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • On the floor were pieces of scrap metal and a film of metallic dust, some of which also floated visibly in the air.
    Daniel Stone, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Feb. 2025
  • See photos: Impressive nature scenes delight and inspire 'No Access' by Ian Wood Wood, who shot the photo of the badger, noticed that locals had been leaving food scraps on the pavement for foxes.
    Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 6 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • If a single picture is worth a thousand words, this data visualization tool will save you a mouthful during your next presentation.
    StackCommerce Team (Sponsored), PCMAG, 2 Feb. 2025
  • And this particular mouthful may have been really foul.
    James Doubek, NPR, 29 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Parties of two tend to get straight to the point of ordering, whereas larger parties are more likely to spend several minutes greeting each other and deciding whether to get a round of appetizers for the table.
    Ali Bouzari, Bon Appétit, 13 Feb. 2025
  • Carrabba's Italian Grill: Available Feb. 6 to 16, a four-course meal for two ($65) includes choice from an exclusive menu of a shared appetizer, two main dishes per person and a shared dessert.
    Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025

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